On this episode I welcome certified lactation counselor Melissa of @pump_momma_pump on Instagram and we discuss common misconceptions when it comes to pumping. Pumping not being considered breastfeeding–it is!You are the only one doing it—it's common! It’s not a choice—it is a choice! It’s not as healthy as nursing or inferior to milk—it’s not!Can’t get bonding experience—FALSE It’s not sustainable—it is sustainable!  Pumping can be flexible—this is correct if nursing also, but when exclusively pumping, you have to pump. It’s a lot harder than nursing—get into a rhythm.Freezer stash—you don’t need a huge one! You’re failing if supplement with formula—you aren’t!  This episode is brought to you by:THE NEW MOM SURVIVAL GUIDE: The first digital e-course/community created and founded by a Pediatrician mom to guide you and your baby through their first year.  To find out more and to join, visit: http://pedsdoctalk.com/survival-guide.  Better HelpThank you to our sponsor, BetterHelp, for sponsoring this episode. To schedule your first therapy session, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/peds to get 10% off your first month.